Khar Boja - Balijana, Goalpara
Khar Boja is a village situated in the Balijana subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balijana and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Dariduri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khar Boja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khar Boja is 282124. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.43 hectares and falls under the 783101 pincode. Goalpara is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khar Boja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goalpara West Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gauhati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khar Boja
According to the 2011 Census, Khar Boja village had a total population of 321 people, including 167 males and 154 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.59%, with male literacy at 91.18% and female literacy at 73.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 315.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 321 | 167 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 31 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 315 | 164 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 124 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 43 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Khar Boja
Khar Boja is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Khar Boja
Khar Boja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khar Boja.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Goalpara to Khar Boja is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khar Boja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khar Boja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khar Boja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khar Boja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khar Boja
Where is Khar Boja located?
Khar Boja village is located in Balijana Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khar Boja?
The Gram Panchayat of Khar Boja is Dariduri.
What is the pincode of Khar Boja?
The pincode of Khar Boja is 783101.
What is the population of Khar Boja?
Khar Boja had a total population of 321, including 167 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Khar Boja?
Khar Boja had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khar Boja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khar Boja was 82.59%. Male literacy was 91.18% and female literacy was 73.88%.